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The American Osteopathic Association (AOA) is disappointed that Congress could not come to an agreement to fund the government, and we are deeply concerned about the impact this will have on patients and physicians across the country, particularly the disruptions this will cause to patient care. On Oct. 1, 2025, telehealth flexibilities established during the … Read More
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Through an innovative online community and peer-driven podcasts, osteopathic voices continue to expand their reach across the osteopathic medical profession and beyond. Below, learn more about the launch of the American Osteopathic Information Association’s (AOiA) new networking platform, a student-led podcast supporting DO trainees and a moving podcast appearance by Veronica Nkie, DO, MPH, on … Read More
There are so many things I loved about my residency program. One of my favorite things, though, was its location. Located in the heart of New York City, the family medicine residency program at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center (NYP-Columbia) offered me the diverse patient population that I desired in a residency program. As a … Read More
The following list of recently deceased osteopathic physicians includes links to obituaries and online memorials if they’re available. Readers can notify the AOA of their deceased colleagues by sending an email to [email protected]. You may also view a list of past In Memoriam columns.
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